2018 Wine Tasting Series 

Shine at your next party with knowledge gained from our series of classes highlighting Grapes & Regions plus ideal wine pairings and small bites.   

Who Doesn't Want to Spend Their Saturday Afternoons Tasting Wine?! 
(Also Makes Perfect Bday or Anniversary Gift!)    

June 16 ~ Rosé All Day: A true host with the most knows when it's rosé season. Kick off summer with an afternoon on our patio tasting a selection of roses from France and Italy.   

Who, What, Where....
Wine Tasting Series @ Cork Wine Bar & Market
Saturdays ~ 2PM (Tastings usually last 1.5 hours)
Each Tasting $40  Full Series Rate $175

5 Bites & 5 Tastes Piedmont!
April 12th
7:00PM 

Join Geoffrey Bailey from Potomac Selections to learn about wines and regions of the Piedmont: Nebbiolo, Vespolina, Arneis, Barbera, Grignolino, Dolcetto.

We will pair the selection of wines with 5 Bites from Cork Chef Jason Schreuder. Join us as we explore one of the most amazing wine and food regions in the world. 

Who, What, Where....
5 Bites & 5 Tastes
Thursdays ~ 7PM (Tastings last 1.5 hours)
Each Tasting $50
RSVP to CLASSES@CORKDC.COM

GRILLED CHEESE TUESDAYS!!

Every Tuesday we feature 4 grilled cheese sandwiches in our downstairs cafe: 

• Brie, foie gras & shallot marmalade 
• Cheddar, house-made meatloaf, ketchup aioli, grilled onions 
• Fontanel & Parmesan, pesto, cured tomatoes 
• Comte, Gorgonzola, Caramelized Shallots, Apple-wood smoked bacon

Every Sunday: Cork's Champagne & Fried Chicken Dinner for Two (or one or four!) 

Dinner Includes: Fried Chicken, Potato Gratin, Collard Greens, Biscuits & Housemade Seasonal Fruit Pie 

With Champagne $75
With Cava $55 

Make a Reservation Online or Call 202-265-2675

Join Us for Restaurant Week! 

January 22-28 

Make your reservations now! 

Chef Jason Schreuder's Restaurant Week Specials

Avocado
toasted pistachios, pistachio oil, sea salt, grilled bread  

Butternut Squash and Baby Kale Salad 
goat feta, candied almonds, pomegranate molasses vinaigrette 

Salt Crusted Georgia Candy Roaster
local honey, Vermont Butter & Cheese sea salt butter      

Endive Waldorf Salad
rainbow beets, apples, hazelnut vinaigrette 

Sweet Potato Flatbread
Earth N' Eats honey, goat cheese, red onions

Braised Beef Cheeks
red wine, celeriac puree, beef jus 

Grilled Branzino
saffron broth, chickpeas, swiss chard

Ginger Caramel Pot de Crème
lemon curd, candied pistachios and salted dark chocolate shortbread     

Chocolate Mousse Cake
chocolate crumble, whipped creme fraiche

February 14
7:00-9:00PM

RESERVE NOW - SPACE IS LIMITED 

Cork Wine Bar & Market's 8th Annual Champagne Dinner 

Six Champagnes from Wine Traditions paired with a special Cork Wine Bar menu

Join us in Cork's NEW Private Dining Room for a hand-selected group of wonderful grower Champagnes. An annual tradition with Ed and Barbara from Wine Traditions, who will be on hand to talk about the producers. These unique sparklers are wonderful accompaniments to food and represent some of the best wines of Champagne.

This year the dinner will include a special selection of new wines by

• Champagne Bourdaire-Gallois
• Champagne Perseval-Farge
• Champagne Jose Michel
• Champagne R. Dumont & Fils

This tasting is $100 (exclusive of tax & gratuity) & attendance will be limited to 24 guests to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of our guests.

WHERE & WHEN 
Cork Wine Bar & Market 
1805 14th Street, NW
202-265-2674

Tuesday, February 14th, 2017
7:00PM - 9:00PM

Space is limited so please RSVP by February 12th to Events@CorkDC.com

Guests must be 21 or over to attend, Please bring Picture ID

These Champagnes are small production and are not widely available. A selection of these wines will be reserved for tasting guests only to purchase at a discount at Cork Market.

Taste Wine Every Night! 
5-7PM  
We open unusual and celebratory wines to taste

Friday Evenings ~ Staff Favorites  
6-8PM 

Saturday Afternoon ~ Wine Maker/Importer Tastings  
2-5PM 

These tastings are complimentary and special discounts apply on wines purchased. Participants must be 21 years of age or older.

Give a gift that never goes out of style -- buy a Cork gift card today!

December 9 
Two Sessions: 10:00AM & 2:00PM 

Cork Market's Seventh Annual Community Gingerbread House Decorating Party
Cost: $40 per house (limit 2 adults or 2 adults + 1 child per house).

This event sells out every year, so be sure to reserve your spot early! 

Reserve: events@CorkDC.com

First Flight Wine Club Launch Party 

December 10 

Flight Club members will enjoy a special tasting party as we launch our new wine club at Cork.

Saturday, August 5, 2017
2PM 

Join us in the Tasting Room during the annual Dog Days Sidewalk Sale as we invite some of our good friends to come pour a large selection of international wines. Geoffrey of Potomac Selections will be joined by Arielle of the Country Vintner, Alex from Elite and Sam from Bacchus Imports to showcase some favorites as well as new and exciting wines.

SPACE IS LIMITED, RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! CALL 202-265-2674 OR EMAIL INFO@CORKDC.COM 

Tasting is $15 per person

Special Discounts on Wine Purchases for Tasting Participants 

Saturday, May 27th, 2:00pm 

Join us to try new and exciting wines from around the Mediterranean Sea with some of our favorite vendors and small producers! We will be showcasing Morrocan wines by Ouled Thaleb, while our good friends Charles Schneider of Free Run Wines and Marci Weinstein of Constantine Wines Inc, show off their favorite wines from Spain's Mediterranean coast and Greece. You'll find esoteric wines from beyond the beaten path alongside regional favorites. Cruise through the Mediterranean without leaving DC!
 
SPACE IS LIMITED, RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! CALL 202-265-2674 OR EMAIL INFO@CORKDC.COM 
Tasting is $25 per person

Special discounts for wine purchases for tasting participants

Thursday, June 15th, 7:00pm 

Geoffrey and Ryne of Potomac Selections will be bringing back a longstanding favorite here at Cork, our Rose Tasting! We will be focusing on traditional French Rose, but this year we will also be showcasing Roses from all over the world. You won't want to miss this!

Cost of this tasting is $25
Please RSVP to info@CorkDC.com

"Cinq à Sept"

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5 - 7PM

Our Weekday Happy Hour, Where You Can Enjoy Special Prices on Select Wines that are OFF THE LIST!

Every month features a new theme for Cinq à Sept, and provides the opportunity to try wines that are not available on Cork's wine list. We also feature discount pricing on several dishes.

Saturday, June 3rd, 2:00pm 

One of our favorite wine reps, Arielle Monaco, will be helping us bring back our wine education program here at Cork! Sharpen your skills while you taste through some of the world's classic wines. Seats are limited, so reserve your spot today!

Space is very limited - $65 per person

Please RSVP to info@CorkDC.com

February 21
7:00PM 

Learn About Friuli & Marco Felluga! Join Michele Pasqua the "CEO" of Marco Felluga as he explores the wines of Felluga & Russiz Superiore 

Taste 8 Wines & Learn from Michele!

Marco Felluga,Collio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia
(www.marcofelluga.com)
The Marco Felluga winery, A fortified citadel of the Venetian Republic in the 1300s, was founded in 1956. It is situated in Gradisca d'Isonzo, in the province of Gorizia. The winery is both a pioneer in quality as well as innovation.  Today Marco's great-grandson, Roberto, heads both the family's Marco Felluga and Russiz Superiore wineries. They control over 250 acres of vineyards, within the most important DOC.

• 2015 MARCO FELLUGA - "Mongris" Pinot Grigio Collio DOC - 100% Pinot Grigio fermented on the lees in stainless steel. 
• 2015 MARCO FELLUGA - "Just Molamatta" Collio Bianco DOC - Stainless steel fermented  Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Ribolla Gialla & Friulano.
• 2015 MARCO FELLUGA - Fruilano Collio DOC -100% Friulano - oldest indigenous grape varietal of Fruili-Venezia Giulia stainless steel fermented
• 2013 MARCO FELLUGA - "Molamatta" Collio Bianco DOC - Italy's first DOC Collio Bianco 40% Pinot Bianco, 40% Friulano & 20% Ribolla Gialla. (PB fermented and aged in oak the rest only see stainless steel).
• 2013 MARCO FELLUGA - "Varneri" Merlot Collio DOC - 100% Merlot, 12 months oak cask.

Russiz Superiore, Capriva, Friuli-Venezia Giulia
(www.russizsuperiore.it)
Russiz Superiore, the pride of Marco Felluga, was acquired in 1967. Named for its ''superior'' or high hill location by a Torre -Tasso prince, in 1273. The Russiz hills provide the ideal environment for both red and white grape production due to their geomorphology, special climate and soil composition of marl and sandstone The Russiz estate is comprised of 40 acres, each varietal in a single vineyard.

• 2015 RUSSIZ SUPERIORE - Pinot Grigio Collio DOC - 100% Pinot Grigio from single vineyard fermented on the lees, 85% fermented in stainless steel, 15% in oak.
• 2015 RUSSIZ SUPERIORE - Sauvignon Collio DOC - 100% Sauvignon from single vineyard fermented on the lees, 85% fermented in stainless steel, 15% in oak.
• 2014 RUSSIZ SUPERIORE - Cabernet Franc Collio DOC - 100% Cabernet Franc from single vineyard, fermented in stainless steel aged in small oak casks for 12 months.

DETAILS...
When:  February 21 @ 7PM
Where: Cork Market & Tasting Room
What:  Felluga Friuli-Venezia Tasting  
Cost:  $25 per person
RSVP: Tastings@CorkDC.com or call 202-265-2674
Special discounts on the wines will apply for all tasting guests.  Wines will be available for purchase and pre-order.

Taste Wine Every Night! 
5-7PM  
We open unusual and celebratory wines to taste

Friday Evenings ~ Staff Favorites
6-8PM 

Saturday Afternoon ~ Wine Maker/Importer Tastings
2-5PM

October 26 - November 2 

Cork Wine Bar is one of 42 Washington restaurants participating in the upcoming DC Foie Fest. 

DC Foie Fest is the reincarnation of Foie La La, the H Street foie gras festival started four years ago. It is a friendly competition between local restaurants for the Golden Duck trophy (and bragging rights). Each location will create a foie-centric dish to offer as a menu special and the winner is decided by popular vote. 

Foie gras has a rich cultural history, but there are many misconceptions about this culinary delicacy. Our mission this week is to delight foie enthusiasts, to introduce foie to those who have yet to experience it, and to educate diners on foie gras and its production. All participating restaurants are using the highest quality foie gras from Hudson Valley Foie Farms in upstate New York. 

DC Foie Fest website

Friday, October 21
7:00PM 

JOIN US FOR A CURATED WINEMAKER DINNER WITH ELISABETTA FORADORI FEATURING A MENU CREATED BY CORK CHEF JASON SCHREUDER 

Elisabetta's journey in her "wine life" is a familiar tale, but one that we never tire of hearing. The early death of her father unexpectedly hurtled her to the management of the family estate. Though "born among the vines" as she says, she took the helm at first more from a sense of duty than one of passion or vocation. Eventually, however, that passion and vocation came through the work itself, both in the vines and in the cellar. A path of questioning, experiment and intuition (that included everything from biodynamics, to massale selection and the use of amphorae) eventually led her to give up any sense of chasing market trends of the "wine industry" to develop the estate towards the goal of making wines respectful of the soil and the local grapes she wants to honor, and using the techniques she found more interesting, less invasive, and more wine "holistic". 

I.G.T Vigneti delle Dolomiti "Fontanasanta Manzoni Bianco"GRAPE: Manzoni Bianco
LOCATION OF VINEYARDS: Hills above Trento, Fontanasanta
SIZE OF VINEYARDS: various vineyards, in total 3 hectares
6,000 vines per hectare (guyot)
SOIL: calcareous clay
VINIFICATION:fermentation, with one week of maceration in cement tank, followed by 12 months of aging in acacia casks.

I.G.T Vigneti delle Dolomiti "Fontanasanta Nosiola"
GRAPE: Nosiola
LOCATION OF VINEYARDS: Fontanasanta, hills above Trento
SIZE OF VINEYARDS: Two vineyards for a total of 2 hectares. 6,000 vines per hectare (guyot) -
SOIL: calcareous clay
VINIFICATION:fermentation with 8 months of maceration in amphora, followed by 2 months of ageing in acacia and oak casks

IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti "Teroldego"
GRAPE: Teroldego
SOIL: stony alluvial soils with pebbles and gravel
LOCATION OF VINEYARDS: various single sites, in total 10 hectares.
VINIFICATION: Fermented in stainless steel tanks. Aged 15 months in wood and stainless steel.
 
EMAIL US TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE 

$80 PER PERSON (EXCLUSIVE OF TAX & GRATUITY)
DINNER WILL TAKE PLACE AT CORK WINE BAR
WINES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ~ SPECIAL DISCOUNTS APPLY
MUST BE 21 TO PARTICIPATE IN TASTING

Saturday, March 26, 2016
2:00PM
Cost: $40 per person

Join Geoffrey Bailey of Potomac Selections on March 26th at 2PM as he explores new and boutique wineries throughout California.

These are hand-crafted small production wines that focus on traditional winemaking - balanced and interesting - names like White Rock, Lioco, Arnot-Roberts, Folk Machine, Edmunds st. John, Porter Creek, Matthiasson.

Taste 10 wines - White, Rose, Red to truly explore all that the region has to offer - these wines will surprise you whether you are a new or old world wine drinker.

To RSVP, call 202-265-2674 or email Tastings@CorkDC.com.

Special discounts on the wines will apply for all tasting guests. Wines will be available for purchase and pre-order.

Saturday, April 9, 2016, 2:00-4:00PM

Cork's Pairing & Terroir Class begins your exploration of Old World vs New World & Food and Wine Pairing.

Go beyond the basics to start comparing the true difference of terroir or "sense of place." You will learn the factors that contribute to what finally ends up in the bottle. This class will help you begin to understand and differentiate stylistic variations among various wine varietals & regions - learning the true difference of terroir. Finally, you will refine your ability to analyze and differentiate regional and stylistic variations of wine and build a menu of food & wine pairings.

In this class you will:

• Learn to compare different wine styles by grape, region, wine making process
• Delve into food and wine pairing
• Analyze a wine's components and how these relate to food
• Taste wine with food to discover how different flavors work together
• Enhance your ability to analyze and talk about wine: smells, tastes, styles and regional differences
• Put your knowledge together to confidently pair wine with food

To reserve your spot, email Classes@CorkDC.com or call 202-265-2674.

Saturday April 2, 2:00-4:00PM

Cork's Wine Fundamentals 101 class begins your journey into the wonderful world of wine!

Start your wine journey by discovering the basic differences in types of grapes, styles and regions, and explore wine-tasting with an eye toward finding out which wines you enjoy the most. This class will give you the tools to begin to understand and differentiate stylistic variations among various wine varietals & regions - learning the true difference of terroir

In this class you will:

• Discover the differences between grape varietals
• Use your senses to evaluate wine -swirl, sniff & sip
• Learn basic wine vocabulary
• Explore wine regions
• Differentiate wine-making styles and their effect on wine
• Enhance your ability to analyze and talk about wine: smells, tastes, styles and regional differences
• Feel comfortable buying wine in a store or restaurant
• Learn about wine storage and serving techniques

April 23, 7-9PM

Join Doug Mohr of Country Vintner for a comparison of wines from these two classic regions where different terroir creates wines that are bold and elegant, rustic and refined.
Often referred to as noble grapes, the Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo wines are defined by their distinctive terroir. We will explore the similarities and differences of these two regions while tasting six wines.
The cost for this class is $50. Attendance is limited to ensure the comfort of our guests. Email Events@CorkDC.com or call 202-265-2674 by April 20 to reserve your space.